Ella Ding and her partner Guy Palmero have tied the knot in a surprise wedding ceremony at the Sophia venue at The Prahran Arcade in Melbourne. The former Married At First Sight star, who is 28 years old, had previously announced their engagement just weeks before. Ella kept the surprise wedding a closely-guarded secret, leading fans to believe it was an early celebration for her upcoming 30th birthday. However, she revealed the truth on Instagram, sharing photos and videos from the special day. Ella wore a stunning white gown with a sparkling chain bodice and red heels, while Guy looked dapper in a black suit with a red flower on his lapel.
During their wedding vows, Ella and Guy expressed their love and commitment to each other in a tear-jerking video. Ella shared that she believes every experience they’ve been through has prepared them for each other, and she can’t wait to spend the rest of her life with Guy. Similarly, Guy expressed how Ella is the most beautiful person in the world to him, and that he feels blessed to have her as his partner. For the reception, Ella changed into a sequinned cream gown reminiscent of 1920s fashion, adding a jeweled headpiece to complete the look. The couple shared a kiss during their first dance, cut a two-tier wedding cake embellished with pearls and red flowers, and celebrated with loved ones and friends.
MAFS star Domenica Calarco was among the guests at Ella and Guy’s surprise wedding, sharing pictures and videos on Instagram. Ella and Guy confirmed their engagement in February, with Guy proposing during their morning run near the Royal Botanic Gardens. Their engagement was celebrated with family and friends present, as seen in photos shared by Ella. The couple first confirmed their relationship in April 2023 and had since moved in together, sharing a joint bank account. Before Guy, Ella had a brief fling with Made In Chelsea star Miles Nazaire after her split with Mitch Eynaud, whom she met on MAFS.
Ella rose to fame on Married At First Sight alongside Mitch Eynaud, but the couple announced their breakup shortly after the reunion aired in January 2022. In December, Ella and Guy welcomed a new addition to their family in the form of a puppy named Yuki. Ella had a brief reconciliation with Mitch after he broke things off during the final vows, which left her heartbroken. However, they ultimately split for good, leading Ella to find love with Guy. The surprise wedding between Ella and Guy, following their engagement and romantic gestures, comes as a joyous occasion for the couple and their loved ones, as they embark on their journey as a married pair.
